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- Wed Nov 18, 2020 10:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: What name have you given your T
- Replies: 44
- Views: 1363
Re: What name have you given your T
Lassy. Twenty years after my dad sold it I tracked it down and bought it back. So against all odds she came home.
- Mon Nov 16, 2020 1:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Alchohol?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 1255
Re: Alchohol?
I was not familiar with the product that Dan Treace posted but I have been using Sierra antifreeze. It is a propylene glycol based antifreeze and is safe for pets. That is probably what the other product is as well.
- Fri Nov 06, 2020 4:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Guardian locking steering wheel
- Replies: 2
- Views: 233
Guardian locking steering wheel
A friend of mine has a Guardian locking steering wheel that he would like to put on his T. He thinks that he doesn’t have part of it that attaches it to the column. Do any of you have any information on this wheel as to how it attaches or any other pertinent information? Thanks for anything I can pa...
- Tue Sep 08, 2020 9:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: New Top Bows Discussion
- Replies: 5
- Views: 470
Re: New Top Bows Discussion
Perry: Quik Poly was a wonderful product for repairing soft or holey wood. Unfortunately it is no longer available. The maker retired and refused to sell the formula and rights to anyone. Gone forever I’m afraid.
- Mon Aug 03, 2020 4:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Checking Toe end
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1001
Re: Checking Toe end
For pulling to the left, I would check to see that the left wheel bearing is not too tight and dragging. I just had a wheel bearing get real hot on a car that I bought recently. Turned out the previous owner had installed the spindles on the wrong side and the left bearing had tightened up so tight ...
- Thu Jul 23, 2020 1:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Wheel bearing problem
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1893
Re: Wheel bearing problem
Thanks Hank. PM me with the details. Cost, shipping, etc.
- Thu Jul 23, 2020 11:13 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Wheel bearing problem
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1893
Re: Wheel bearing problem
Hank: Here are the pictures you requested.
- Wed Jul 22, 2020 11:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Wheel bearing problem
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1893
Re: Wheel bearing problem
Thanks for the suggestion John, but I think I will replace the hub. I will remember that for a future application though.
Hank: I will get some photos. Is there a particular area that I need to get details of?
Hank: I will get some photos. Is there a particular area that I need to get details of?
- Wed Jul 22, 2020 8:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Wheel bearing problem
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1893
Re: Wheel bearing problem
Thanks Hank. If it were .020 out I think I would give that a try. I don't think that technique would work too well though with it .054" oversize. Tim recommended you for a source of a replacement hub. I think that I will replace the hub. Do you have one to sell? If so what are the terms?
- Wed Jul 22, 2020 5:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Wheel bearing problem
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1893
Re: Wheel bearing problem
Thanks for the recommendation Tim. I was going to ask if the new steel hubs that the vendors have are quality machined parts or not up to snuff reproductions like some are. Just wanting to know if it is worth the money for the new hub, or just look for a good original. I checked out my stash of whee...
- Wed Jul 22, 2020 3:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Wheel bearing problem
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1893
Re: Wheel bearing problem
Tim: The new cup and bearing are Timken. Not China junk.
- Wed Jul 22, 2020 3:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Wheel bearing problem
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1893
Re: Wheel bearing problem
I have done some more measuring. Walter: Yes the old and new cups measure the same OD. I did mistype my measurements earlier. The actual ID and OD measurements are 2.767 and 2.713. I measured the hub inner diameter farther out where the grease seal rides and it measures 2.713. I guess that explains ...
- Wed Jul 22, 2020 3:42 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Wheel bearing problem
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1893
Re: Wheel bearing problem
I see no sign of the hub being cracked. My suspicion is that when the bearing tightened up that the inner cup started spinning in the hub. The bearing then continued to tighten pressing the bearing tighter into the cup and expanding it as it wore the hub. That would explain why it took a lot of effo...
- Wed Jul 22, 2020 3:23 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Wheel bearing problem
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1893
Re: Wheel bearing problem
Walter: No, I didn't misplace the decimal. I know it seems as if that would be the case. It did take quite a bit to get the old cup out, but the new cup drops in and you can visibly move it from side to side. I measured the bore with the T shaped bore gauge and caliper, and the cup OD with the calip...
- Wed Jul 22, 2020 3:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Wheel bearing problem
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1893
Wheel bearing problem
Just got the engine in my car and got it on the road recently. I know I should have pulled the front wheels and cleaned and repacked the bearings before I ever took it on the road. But I didn't. Did about 100 mile drive the other day and all was well. I took a short drive a couple of days ago (about...
- Mon Jul 13, 2020 1:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Ford OEM prices?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1094
Re: Ford OEM prices?
I find it interesting that in 1915 the price of a sedan is $100 more than a town car.
- Fri Jul 03, 2020 6:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: up or down
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1319
Re: up or down
Hole goes up. It should have a grease cup when all together. Some people substitute a zerk for the grease cup.
- Tue Jun 09, 2020 9:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: I'm So Frustrated
- Replies: 28
- Views: 2899
Re: I'm So Frustrated
You say you have a vaporizer carburetor. It could be that the central plate has rusted through. That could explain why it ran fine and then it didn’t. Worth checking out.
- Wed May 27, 2020 12:53 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: Trade HC low head for HC high head
- Replies: 1
- Views: 531
Trade HC low head for HC high head
I have a high compression Reeder (Reader?) low head. This has the Ford script and “Made inUSA”. I would prefer to have a high compression high head ie. Z or Prus. I would trade straight up yours for mine. Anyone interested? It is cleaned up, painted, ready to install. I can take a picture to send if...
- Sun May 10, 2020 7:05 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Pealing off laminated shims.
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1493
Re: Pealing off laminated shims.
I don’t want the whole pack to come apart so I hold it with a pliers a ways from one end. Then hit the end with the torch.
- Sat May 09, 2020 10:50 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Spokane National Tour Postponed to 2021
- Replies: 23
- Views: 4159
Re: Spokane National Tour Postponed to 2021
Larry Smith: There was nothing “political” about this decision. It was based totally on science and concern about the health and safety of our members. How many people would you let die for your so called “rights”?
Steve Hughes, MTFCA Secretary and board member
Steve Hughes, MTFCA Secretary and board member
- Mon May 04, 2020 3:04 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB cast iron high compression head
- Replies: 32
- Views: 4552
Re: WTB cast iron high compression head
I believe that the Pruss head is available in cast iron for additional cost.
- Mon Apr 27, 2020 9:23 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS brand new e timer
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1717
Re: FS brand new e timer
Sent email. Steve
- Mon Apr 20, 2020 12:04 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS 1926 Head Light Buckets
- Replies: 3
- Views: 692
Re: FS 1926 Head Light Buckets
I will take them, Henry. PM or email me with shipping charge and your preferred method of payment.
skh at eskays dot com.
skh at eskays dot com.
- Sun Mar 08, 2020 4:50 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Chickasha Pizza Party Two Weeks From Today at Noon
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1276
Re: Chickasha Pizza Party Two Weeks From Today at Noon
Thanks Ron, Don, and John. I will plan to be there.
- Sun Jan 19, 2020 4:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: ...Bad Ford-BAD FORD!!!!!
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2983
Re: ...Bad Ford-BAD FORD!!!!!
To Mike Royster: Unfortunately Kwik Poly is out of business and no longer being made. Sad day for the hobby. It had a number of uses that are not easily replaced with another product. I haven’t found anything to come close to replacing it.
- Sun Jan 12, 2020 6:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: model T values
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2902
Re: model T values
Scott: I don’t know where you got $4K from. I followed your link, and he is asking $7500.
- Sat Dec 14, 2019 5:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: I'm having Difficulty !
- Replies: 2
- Views: 741
Re: I'm having Difficulty !
I don't think anyone started one this month. I guess it is up to you to start it with your project.
- Sat Dec 07, 2019 10:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Obscure speedster trivia 2...?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1777
Re: Obscure speedster trivia 2...?
Distributor gears.
- Mon Dec 02, 2019 1:08 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Rear axle fixture
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1645
Re: Rear axle fixture
Looks like you borrowed the seat from a one holer there Steve. Bet it works great.
- Fri Nov 08, 2019 11:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: ‘Understanding Your Brass Car’ by Harold Sharon
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1887
Re: ‘Understanding Your Brass Car’ by Harold Sharon
I am glad that my recommendation of this book spurred you to find the old email and then start this thread. It is great that she is selling more books because of it, and more people are learning more about their cars as well.
- Thu Oct 31, 2019 8:15 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Model T Club That Doesn’t Drive Around And Eat
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1777
Re: Model T Club That Doesn’t Drive Around And Eat
This club drives around and eats too. The other club just beat us to the T shirt. I tell my friends that we are an eating club with a driving disorder.
- Thu Sep 05, 2019 10:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Need HELP Wire Wheel Spindles
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1264
Re: Need HELP Wire Wheel Spindles
You could get a set of floating hubs for wire wheels.
- Sun Sep 01, 2019 10:49 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Barn find, or better?
- Replies: 22
- Views: 3378
Re: Barn find, or better?
Holy moly what a haul. I am very envious.
- Sun Aug 25, 2019 6:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: McLaren rims
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1569
Re: McLaren rims
Mike has been on the national tour in Cookeville, TN. You should probably be able to get an answer this week.
- Sun Aug 11, 2019 1:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Painting ther Engine
- Replies: 18
- Views: 3014
Re: Painting ther Engine
I guess one way to know for sure what color that would be is to catch a mole, skin it, and see what color it is. 

- Sun Aug 11, 2019 1:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Offensive Placard’s – Nothing New
- Replies: 26
- Views: 4346
Re: Offensive Placard’s – Nothing New
One I really liked I saw on the back of a semi trailer. It read “If my turn signal is on, it is not a request. I’m moving over. Get the hell out of my way.”
- Mon Jul 22, 2019 3:15 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Large drum hydraulic brakes
- Replies: 22
- Views: 3506
Re: Large drum hydraulic brakes
Looks very similar to what was on mine when I bought it, except the wheel cylinder is on the side rather than at the bottom. The shoes have angle brackets welded on the back side so that the brake lever actuates them as well as the hydraulics. Mine was using a master cylinder from a 60s era Ford Bro...
- Mon Jul 01, 2019 5:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Advice needed painting a wooden body Touring
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2082
Re: Advice needed painting a wooden body Touring
I would use West System epoxy. It is used extensively on wooden hulled boats and is designed for wood. If you want someone to do the work, try finding a boat repair shop to see if they would do the work.
- Mon Jun 24, 2019 9:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Some reassembly required
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2925
Re: Some reassembly required
Nothing like the incentive program. I have confidence you can do it.
- Thu Jun 06, 2019 8:48 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: FS, Horn buttons
- Replies: 2
- Views: 962
Re: FS, Horn buttons
Glad I saw this. I didn't know I had the wrong button on my '26 touring.
- Wed Jun 05, 2019 11:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Homecoming in Richmond IN - June 6-7-8
- Replies: 46
- Views: 6840
Re: Homecoming in Richmond IN - June 6-7-8
Sorry I'm not able to come. Would like to see all of the improvements made since I was there last summer.
- Fri May 31, 2019 9:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: I was a bit surprised at the club meeting...
- Replies: 26
- Views: 5055
Re: I was a bit surprised at the club meeting...
I love touring in the Flint Hills. But I like back roads and will go about anywhere in my T. If you want to put together a tour there l, Steve, count me in.
- Tue May 28, 2019 2:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: How tall is the tallest T?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2742
Re: How tall is the tallest T?
Well, now with the measurement for the ‘09 touring (thanks Bob) the 87” still stands. I think that gives me the information that I need. Thanks to all for your responses.
- Mon May 27, 2019 9:58 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: How tall is the tallest T?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2742
Re: How tall is the tallest T?
Well, so far the 1919 centerdoor has the title as the tallest. I will have to get my '21 centerdoor off of the jack stands so I can measure it. Thanks George for that one. So who do we know at the Piquette plant?
- Mon May 27, 2019 7:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: How tall is the tallest T?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2742
Re: How tall is the tallest T?
Thanks Wayne. That’s why I was going for the standard production cars and not TT or custom body models. Do you happen to know what the height of the ‘09 touring would be?
- Mon May 27, 2019 3:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: How tall is the tallest T?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2742
How tall is the tallest T?
I am wondering how tall the tallest T is. This could be an open car with the top up or the highest point on an enclosed car. I am thinking standard production cars and not custom bodied or TT. Anyone have this information?
- Thu May 23, 2019 11:29 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: magnaflux
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1486
Re: magnaflux
I just had a block done. Wasn’t hot tanked. It is baked at a high temperature then blasted with a fine steel shot. Then magnafluxed. It cost me $100.
- Thu May 09, 2019 10:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Resurrection of a 1909 Model T
- Replies: 63
- Views: 11131
Re: Resurrection of a 1909 Model T
Hi Tony. The 1909 project is looking good. As for the paint. My opinion is that Ford didn't put a clear coat on it in 1909, so I don't think you should put one on today. I know it will look great either way you go.
- Fri May 03, 2019 11:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Getting closer.... the Ford Special racer
- Replies: 17
- Views: 3332
Re: Getting closer.... the Ford Special racer
Wow. Looking good Rob. Will you have it at the speedster reunion?
- Tue Apr 30, 2019 5:29 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Weld them out
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1360
Re: Weld them out
Why are you removing them, Dean? Did someone not install them correctly?
- Wed Apr 24, 2019 2:51 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Question about the turbo 400 clutch kits
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2266
Re: Question about the turbo 400 clutch kits
Yes, I think that Don Lang was having them made. Last I heard the machinist that he was getting them from is no longer making them. Don't know if they went out of business or just quit making them. I don't think he has another machinist lined up as far as I know. I tried to order a set a couple of m...
- Thu Apr 18, 2019 10:55 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Instructions
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3054
Re: Instructions
I feel your pain, Dean. I have a 1911 Oakland that had fairly good interor. It was at the point where it would either have to be a museum piece with original interior or a tour car with new interior. I chose to have a tour car.
- Fri Apr 05, 2019 4:55 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Let's talk gasoline
- Replies: 36
- Views: 5352
Re: Let's talk gasoline
I’ll put my two cents worth in. Most of what I’ve seen posted I agree with, but I also see some misinformation. Here is what I think I know. Lead was added to gasoline when the compression ratio got high enough to cause preignition or “pinging”. Adding the lead increased the octane and stopped the p...
- Fri Mar 29, 2019 1:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Champion X: Loose top?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1387
Re: Champion X: Loose top?
I’v Had a couple that the threaded part has twisted off. The electrode is’nt soldered. Just touches. Or may even have a slight air gap, but it doesn’t hinder the spark at the end of the plug.
- Wed Mar 13, 2019 1:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Digital only MTFCA memberships
- Replies: 16
- Views: 3006
Re: Digital only MTFCA memberships
Les: Thank you for the suggestion. That might be something that we should consider. Printing and mailing is a significant cost, and any savings would be beneficial to the club and to the members. I do think that many members would still opt for a printed magazine, but I don’t see why a digital optio...
- Sun Mar 10, 2019 5:15 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Mag coil rewinding supplies
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1213
Re: Mag coil rewinding supplies
Dan: Did you get my email? I haven’t heard from you yet. Hope to catch you before Chickasha.
- Fri Mar 08, 2019 10:14 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Mag coil rewinding supplies
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1213
Re: Mag coil rewinding supplies
Dan: I sent you an email regarding this and your ‘21 block.
- Mon Feb 25, 2019 2:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Door Hinge Mount Loose
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2439
Re: Door Hinge Mount Loose
Drill out the holes for short lengths of dowel. Use a good wood glue. For the best hold I would use a hardwood dowel. Use a self centering drill bit to predrill the holes for the screws.
- Sun Feb 24, 2019 5:49 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Going home from Sierra Vista
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1901
Re: Going home from Sierra Vista
Left on Thursday morning to get ahead of the front that was coming in. Got home Saturday morning about two hours before the blizzard started. I was really glad we left when we did.
- Wed Feb 20, 2019 10:29 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB ‘21 block +\-
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2543
Re: WTB ‘21 block +\-
Lots of good possibilities here. I got a call from one of my local chapter members that thinks he has what I need. That will certainly be the most convenient. I will keep each of you informed of how that works out.
Thanks to all of you.
Steve
Thanks to all of you.
Steve
- Wed Feb 20, 2019 12:39 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Contact info for Dave Huson wanted.
- Replies: 2
- Views: 931
Contact info for Dave Huson wanted.
Does anyone know how I can contact Dave Huson? I want to see if he would have a block that I am needing.
- Wed Feb 20, 2019 12:20 am
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB ‘21 block +\-
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2543
Re: WTB ‘21 block +\-
Steve and Wayne: Wow, blocks on both coasts about as far from Nebraska as you can get. If either of you are going Chickasha or know someone near you that is coming it might work, but I think shipping would make it not practical. Ben: 1915 is too far out of range from 1921, but thanks for thinking of...
- Tue Feb 19, 2019 6:22 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB ‘21 block +\-
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2543
Re: WTB ‘21 block +\-
Still looking.
- Mon Feb 18, 2019 4:31 pm
- Forum: Classifieds - Parts
- Topic: WTB ‘21 block +\-
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2543
WTB ‘21 block +\-
Needing a bare block for a 1921 car. Would like to get close to the right time frame, but what do you have? I would consider a complete engine if the price was right. I will be going to Chickasha. Could pick up there.
Steve Hughes
4 zero 2 45 zero 25 two 4
skh at eskays dot com
Steve Hughes
4 zero 2 45 zero 25 two 4
skh at eskays dot com
- Thu Feb 07, 2019 10:55 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Billings tour - Anyone going to Yellowstone after?
- Replies: 18
- Views: 3200
Re: Billings tour - Anyone going to Yellowstone after?
Sounds pretty intriguing, Tony. Haven't put together my tour schedule for the summer. I guess I need to run this by Susie and see if this tour fits in the schedule. The Billings tour looks like a lot of fun, and some time in Yellowstone would be a great way to top it off.
- Thu Feb 07, 2019 10:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: reground cam 270 valve settings
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1530
Re: reground cam 270 valve settings
I am currently building an engine for my '21 centerdoor. I got a 270 lift driver reground cam from Chaffin's Garage. They recommend .015" for both intake and exhaust. Since that is their recommendation, that is where I will be setting mine.
- Tue Feb 05, 2019 5:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Engine noise
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2829
Re: Engine noise
Glad you got it fixed for Sierra Vista. I will see you there.
- Mon Feb 04, 2019 6:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Model t poster
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2377
Re: Model t poster
I think there would be a licensing issue with reproducing this poster since it has the Ford script on it.
- Wed Jan 30, 2019 10:42 pm
- Forum: Forum Support Questions
- Topic: Board temporarily unavailable ?
- Replies: 57
- Views: 9964
Re: Board temporarily unavailable ?
Happening to me too. Also, the return to forum tab at the bottom of the thread has disappeared. Can only get there with the back button.
- Sun Jan 27, 2019 5:20 pm
- Forum: Forum Support Questions
- Topic: Where are the Classifieds?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2819
Re: Where is the Clasdifieds?
I agree. Not a good change. No reason to make the classifieds hard to find b
- Sat Jan 26, 2019 12:06 am
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Valve guide clearance
- Replies: 28
- Views: 3960
Re: Valve guide clearance
Thanks for the lessons in bore measurements guys. And sorry for hi jacking the thread for a while. Don’t think I will be getting ball gauges for now. I am working on an engine in about the same condition as Robert’s but I am doing a full bare block rebuild.
- Fri Jan 25, 2019 4:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Valve guide clearance
- Replies: 28
- Views: 3960
Re: Valve guide clearance
Just checked my gauges, and my set does go to 5/16". I'll be darned. Learned something today. Thanks for the input.
- Fri Jan 25, 2019 4:42 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Valve guide clearance
- Replies: 28
- Views: 3960
Re: Valve guide clearance
I was editing my post while you were typing. I had no idea that there were gauges like that that were so small. I will have to check to see what my smallest gauge will measure.
- Fri Jan 25, 2019 4:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Valve guide clearance
- Replies: 28
- Views: 3960
Re: Valve guide clearance
Thanks for the reply, Dan. I have those, and can measure the larger bore diameters like cylinders. But how do you measure a small bore like valve guides? He said he was measuring a consistent .317". That is a much smaller diameter than can be measured by one of the telescoping bore gauges that you s...
- Fri Jan 25, 2019 4:29 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: New FAQ -> Announcement
- Replies: 28
- Views: 5739
Re: New FAQ -> Announcement
Why are some user names in bold type, and most are not? I tried to figure it our, but everything I checked did not pan out.
- Fri Jan 25, 2019 4:21 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: OT Old Photo - my mom's mom driving in a what??
- Replies: 25
- Views: 4424
Re: OT Old Photo - my mom's mom driving in a what??
Yes, it does look awfully good for a 7 or 8 year old car.
- Fri Jan 25, 2019 4:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: OT Old Photo - my mom's mom driving in a what??
- Replies: 25
- Views: 4424
Re: OT Old Photo - my mom's mom driving in a what??
Wouldn’t be brand new if the picture was taken in 1936.
- Fri Jan 25, 2019 4:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Valve guide clearance
- Replies: 28
- Views: 3960
Re: Valve guide clearance
How did you measure the guides? I have never figured out how to measure the ID of a small bore. Thanks.
- Sat Jan 19, 2019 10:45 pm
- Forum: General Discussion Forum (started 2019)
- Topic: Museum Lineshaft up and running in Vintage Garage Machine Shop!
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Re: Museum Lineshaft up and running in Vintage Garage Machine Shop!
So Spade, that post drill has been in your family since 2000 huh?